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Red Potato Salad

Creamy Red Potato Salad for Your Summer Gatherings

This Creamy Red Potato Salad is a delightful crowd-pleaser that's perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds Red Potatoes Cut into quarters
  • to taste teaspoon Salt For boiling the potatoes
  • 4 large Eggs Can substitute with silken tofu for a vegan version
  • 1 cup Celery Chopped
  • ½ cup Red Onion Diced; can substitute with green onions
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Chopped; use less if using dried
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives Chopped; can substitute with green onions
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Can use Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Can use full-fat yogurt as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used instead

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Ice Bath Bowl
  • Steamer Basket
  • Medium bowl
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the red potatoes thoroughly and cut them into evenly sized quarters. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil, then simmer for about 10-15 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Drain the potatoes and prepare an ice bath. Plunge the warm potatoes into the ice bath for about 5 minutes.
  3. Steam the eggs for 15 minutes. Transfer to the ice bath for another 5 minutes.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Chop the cooled potatoes and peeled eggs into small pieces.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced potatoes, chopped eggs, celery, red onion, dill, and chives. Toss gently.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently fold together.
  8. Season with additional salt and pepper as desired. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, allow the salad to chill before serving and add fresh herbs just before serving.

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